Why Starting a Side Hustle is Better with a Mentor

Starting a side hustle is a great way to earn extra income, pursue a passion, or test a business idea. However, going it alone can be a daunting and challenging experience. This is where a trustworthy mentor comes in - someone who has been in your shoes before and has experience building a successful side hustle.

In this update, we'll explore why starting a side hustle is better with a mentor and how to find the right one.

Benefits of Having a Mentor for Your Side Hustle

1. Expert advice and guidance: Sometimes, searching on Google is not enough (plus, there’s a lot of misinformation out there). Interacting with a mentor in real time is helpful as they can provide actionable insights and perspectives you might not have considered on your own. They also know how to fast-track your journey in a specific side hustle - saving you time and effort.
   

2. Accountability and motivation: When you have a mentor, you're more likely to stay on track and motivated to achieve your goals. Your mentor can hold you accountable for your progress and offer encouragement and support when you hit roadblocks.
   

3. Networking opportunities: Your mentor may have a network of contacts in the side hustle you’re interested in, which can open doors for you and help you make valuable connections. For example, many freelancers of the Fud community still get their clients the old fashion way - from referrals.
   

4. Faster learning curve: By learning from your mentor's experiences, you can avoid common mistakes and pitfalls and accelerate your learning curve. This can save you time, money, and frustration in the long run.

Qualities to Look for in a Mentor for Your Side Hustle

When looking for a mentor, finding someone with the right experience, skills, and personality to support you in your side hustle is important.

Here are some key qualities to look for:

1. Proven experience: There are a lot of “gurus” out there who pretend to know it all but don’t have the experience to back up their claims. Check their background thoroughly, and never pay huge amounts for coaching sessions, especially when you’re just starting out. There are a lot of side hustle experts out there who give information for free or for a very small amount, like the experts on the Fud app. We already did the work for you and vetted the experts on our platform.
   

2. Passion and enthusiasm: Your mentor should be passionate about their side hustle and willing to share their knowledge and expertise with you.
   

3. Availability and accessibility: Your mentor should be accessible when you need guidance or support.
   

4. Willingness to share knowledge: Your mentor should be willing to share their knowledge, experience, and, most especially, their contacts with you and be invested in your success.

How to Find a Mentor for Your Side Hustle

Finding a mentor for your side hustle can be a challenge, but there are several ways you can use to find the right person:

1. Join events: Attend meetups and events (big or small) to connect with those already doing a particular side hustle.
   

2. Get referrals from colleagues or friends (offline or online): Ask colleagues, friends, or family members if they know anyone who could be a good mentor for your side hustle.
   

3. Join online communities: Another great way to find a mentor is to join an online community. Fud, for example, is an app where you can access proven and trustworthy side hustle experts for free.

Fud Hustle: An Easy and Effective Way to Start Your Side Hustle

If you're looking for an easy and effective way to start your side hustle, Fud might be the right community for you.

On Fud, each featured expert has a step-by-step guide that will help you start a side hustle and earn money immediately. Plus, Fud has a social to-do list designed to help you keep track of your goals and keep yourself accountable.

You can easily share your progress related to a hustle and get feedback and support from other members of the community. These experts have real-world experience and can provide expert advice and guidance to help you achieve your side hustle goals.

Fud Hustle mentors can also answer your questions, offer feedback, and provide support when needed.

Join Fud today and take your first step towards a successful side hustle.